Peppermint Pig
cross stitch pattern
by Tempting Tangles

Peppermint Pig
CROSS STITCH PATTERN READY TO DOWNLOAD, DESIGNED BY Tempting Tangles

 

Designer Deborah A. Dick of Tempting Tangles tells the story of the peppermint pig:

"In many cultures over the centuries, pigs were considered to be good luck, and owning pigs signified financial well-being. In the Victorian era, a little holiday tradition began as a way of wishing that the coming New Year would bring only good things. A little pig made of pink peppermint- flavored candy was presented to all attending of a family’s holiday dinner. The peppermint pig was then shattered with a little mallet, and each diner shared a fragment of the candy as a symbol of good luck to come."

 

Creative Poppy says:

The little pigs add fun and color to this otherwise classic sampler of Quaker inspiration. The mix results in a truly unique piece of needlework that looks elegant and attractive - and has a story to tell.

This mostly cross stitch pattern comes with both a color overview chart, and a detailed black and white chart. This design can be worked over 1 thread.

 

Bonus tip by Tempting Tangles:

"Many of the motifs in Peppermint Pig are ideal for use as holiday ornaments. Stitch as snowflakes, all in white or pastels on a darker fabric, or in your favorite colors to decorate your Christmas tree. In addition, these lacy motifs make lovely to scissor or sewing tool fobs. Don’t forget about gift tags!"

 

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Chart info & Needlework supplies for the pattern:
Peppermint Pig

Chart size in stitches: 207 x 207
Suggested Needlework fabric: 40 ct Weeks Dye Works “Angel Hair”, # 1109.
Finished size on 40 ct over 2: 10 1/3” square

Finished size on 28 ct over 1: 7 1/2” square

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Stitches: Cross stitch, Backstitch/Straight Stitch
Chart: Black & White, Color overview
Threads: Classic Colorworks (Crescent) floss (or Dinky Dyes Silk conversion)
Number of colors: 3

Themes: the story of the peppermint candy pig, told in stitches quaker style. 
 

>> see more Sampler patterns by Tempting Tangles

>> see more patterns with animals by Tempting Tangles
>> see all patterns with cows, pigs and sheep (all designers)

 

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